Batu Caves art and cultural center

Chenda Melam

Chenda Melam is a traditional percussion ensemble originating from Kerala and Tamil Nadu, widely used in temple rituals, festivals, and cultural events. The Chenda, a cylindrical drum played with sticks, creates powerful and rhythmic beats that energize the atmosphere. Chenda Melam symbolizes devotion and grandeur, often performed during processions and religious ceremonies to honor deities and celebrate tradition.